Drug jar for cold cream

PART OF:
7 pink earthenware drug jars

Drug jar for cold cream, contains white waxy solid turning brown, pink and white ceramic jar labelled "CREM. FRIG." white label with gold and red border.

Labels on pharmacy jars are often abbreviated or shortened words in English or Latin. 'Crem. Frig.' on this jar translates to cold cream - generally used for skin care made up of water and plant or mineral oils.

Details

Category:
Medical Ceramic-ware
Object Number:
1979-24 Pt1
Materials:
ceramic (unspecified), paint and materia medica
type:
drug jars
credit:
Gibson, John P

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